Shops at Don Mills is an innovative large-scale mixed-use redevelopment, centrally located in a modern post-war neighbourhood. Bounded by a curving ring road lined with low and mid-rise buildings, the project provides a lively, pedestrian-biased urban setting for a variety of uses including 500,000 square feet of retail shops, restaurants, offices, and services. The project is attracting attention for its accessible approach to suburban infill and its novel solu- tion to modern retail. Public spaces are infused with experiences such as festivals and public events, as well as more intimate leisure, hospitality and shopping experiences not seen typi- cally in the suburbs. Streets are pedestrian-scaled and offer on-street parking and generous landscaped sidewalks shaded by canopies. Vehicle parking includes a 1,000 car parking struc- tured lined with retail at grade and 1,500 on-street spaces. The project was the recipient of the Gold Award for Urban Design at the Design Exchange Awards 09.